Research Principal Engineer
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| Posted On: Oct 14, 2026
Englewood, CO 80112
12 Months, Contract
Completely Remote
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Job Summary
Job Title:
Research Principal Engineer
Posted Date:
Oct 14, 2026
Duration:
12 Months, Contract
Shift(s):
• 08:00 - 16:00
Salary ($):
102.23 - 103.23 per Hourly (compensation based on experience and qualifications)
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Talk to our Recruiter
Name:
Sonika Garg
Email:
sonika@rangam.com
Phone:
908-704-8843
Description
Remote--US-based, if local to Denver can come onsite. Would prefer Denver-based but accepting of candidates anywhere domestically.
Job Summary
• Responsible for leading and supporting investigation and research activities for orthopedic products.
• This role drives research planning, study execution support, and outcome tracking, biological evaluation, and risk assessment documentation to support product remediation and regulatory objectives.
• Collaborates across design, process engineering, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, corporate, and site teams to support broader project needs.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
• Identify, assess, and support the remediation of existing orthopedic products
• Lead or support development, review, and approval of technical documentation, including study protocols, reports, and biological safety risk assessments per ISO 10993.
• Develop strategy for technical investigations and provide scientific expertise to the research team and other cross-functional partners.
• Contribute biological safety content and supporting rationale for regulatory submissions and related technical documents.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for biological evaluation activities related to sustaining products across the portfolio.
• Coordinate, initiate, track laboratory studies and associated deliverables.
• Conduct biocompatibility assessments and organize required biological safety testing.
• Support development of testing strategies and biological safety risk assessments for orthopedic products.
• Present scientific and technical information to internal groups, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies as necessary.
• Provide medical and scientific expertise to project teams, marketing, global sales, and medical information functions, as needed.
• Develop materials for project updates, technical reviews, and data presentations.
• Support relationships and scientific interactions with key opinion leaders and external collaborators.
• This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and may not include all essential functions of the role.
• Expected Areas of Competence (i.e., knowledge, skills and abilities)
• Recognized subject matter expertise in biological safety (ISO 10993) and orthopedic device manufacturing/quality/regulatory requirements.
• Strong foundation of internal and external training in area of biological safety.
• Demonstrated ability to present preclinical and scientific data clearly, credibly, and persuasively to expert audiences and key opinion leaders.
• Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts in a clear, concise, and audience appropriate manner.
• Strong and independent problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate complex situations, identify practical solutions, and execute effectively in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to expand current knowledge, methods, and procedures and establish approaches that others can build upon.
• Ability to balance cross-functional priorities to meet customer expectations and project timelines.
• Effective use of resources, sound judgment, and strong execution skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to represent the company effectively, including in challenging or conflicting situations.
• Strong negotiation and collaboration skills related to scope, design, process, and timelines.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to respond confidently to scientific and regulatory questions.
• Ability to discuss complex topics with confidence and credibility.
• Ability to communicate sensitive or complex information effectively with management, surgeons, external experts, and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and accountability.
Education/Experience Requirements
• Master’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline required; PhD or DVM preferred.
• Relevant disciplines may include, biomedical science, biology, toxicology, materials science, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree with significant directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.
• Typically requires: Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or PhD or DVM with 3+ years of relevant industry experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in preclinical in vivo research, including large animal model testing.
• 5+ years of experience in medical device R&D with responsibility for biological safety risk assessment, or equivalent depth of experience based on degree level.
• Experience with successful project management is required.
• Experience supporting regulated product development and cross-functional research programs is preferred.
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